Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay 2021 vs Il Cascinone Campo Fiorito Chardonnay 2021
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £9.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | — | Il Cascinone |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay 2021
Charles Smith Eve Chardonnay is a vibrant and expressive white wine from Washington State, showcasing the purity and elegance of the variety. With aromas of freshly cut apple, white flowers, and subtle grape skin notes, it delivers a clean, rounded palate full of crisp, juicy fruit flavours. This Chardonnay exemplifies the variety’s character, with no apparent influence from new oak, highlighting freshness, balance, and natural fruit intensity. Meet the Producer Charles Smith Wines is renowned for producing expressive and approachable wines that reflect the terroir of Washington State. The winery combines modern winemaking techniques with meticulous vineyard management, focusing on aromatic purity, freshness, and vibrant fruit character. Production The Chardonnay grapes are carefully harvested at optimal ripeness and gently pressed to preserve delicate aromatics. Fermentation and ageing are conducted with minimal intervention to maintain the wine’s natural freshness and varietal expression. This process ensures a clean, balanced wine with fine acidity and a refined, creamy texture. Tasting Notes Charles Smith Chardonnay presents a bright, pale yellow colour. The nose offers aromas of Asian pear, Honey Crisp apple, lemon curd, and delicate white floral notes. On the palate, it is dry, creamy, and smooth, with flavours of citrus blossom, white peach, and subtle minerality that create depth and elegance. The finish is fresh, balanced, and persistent. Food Match Ideal with light seafood dishes, grilled halibut with pineapple salsa, or subtly seasoned poultry. It also pairs beautifully with creamy pasta dishes or garlic fries, making it versatile for both casual and refined meals. Grape Chardonnay 100%
Il Cascinone Campo Fiorito Chardonnay 2021
A proper grown-up, textural Chardonnay from the Campo Fiorito vineyard, a 5-hectare north-east facing plot on the stunning Il Cascinone estate in Piemonte. This wine combines fresh stone fruit with subtle oak complexity, delivering a refined and expressive white wine. Meet the Producer Il Cascinone was acquired by leading Piemonte producer Araldica in 1999. The estate, nestled in the Monferrato hills, is renowned for its carefully managed vineyards and commitment to producing wines that reflect the elegance and typicity of the region. Production The 5ha Campo Fiorito vineyard faces north-east, benefiting from a cooler site ideal for slower ripening and fresh whites. Grapes are typically harvested between late August and early September. Approximately 15% of the wine is fermented and aged in French oak barriques to add richness and complexity, while the remainder is vinified in stainless steel to preserve freshness. Tasting Notes The nose is delicate, showing ripe stone fruit with lightly honeyed and creamy oak notes. On the palate, the wine is concentrated, balanced and textured, with ripe peach flavours, a satisfying mouthfeel, and a fresh, long finish with subtle savoury and toasty undertones. Food Match Pairs beautifully with white meats in cream sauces or fresh avocado salads.
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